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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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