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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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