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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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