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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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