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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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