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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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