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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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