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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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