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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning are empowering people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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