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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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