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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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