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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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