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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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