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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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