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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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