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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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