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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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