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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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