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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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