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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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