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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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