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As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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