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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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