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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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