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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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