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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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