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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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