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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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