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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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