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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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