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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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