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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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