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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these promising new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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