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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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