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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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