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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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