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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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