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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in elearning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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