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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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