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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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