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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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