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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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