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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online education are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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