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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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