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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in digital education technology are enabling students all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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