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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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