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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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