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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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