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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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