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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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