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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. People want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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