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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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