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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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