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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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