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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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