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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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