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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in electronic education technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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