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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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