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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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