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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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