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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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