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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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