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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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