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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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