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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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