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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are enabling students all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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