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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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