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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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