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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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