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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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