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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education experiments. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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