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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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