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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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