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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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