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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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