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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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