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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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