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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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