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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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