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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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