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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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