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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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