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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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