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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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