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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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