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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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