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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic education technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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