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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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