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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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