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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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