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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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