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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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