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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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