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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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