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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in electronic education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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