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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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