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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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