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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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