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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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