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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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