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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning make it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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