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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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