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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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