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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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