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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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