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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to understand these open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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