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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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