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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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