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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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