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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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