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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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