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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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