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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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