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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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