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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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