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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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