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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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