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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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