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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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