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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in digital education technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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