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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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