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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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