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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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