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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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