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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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