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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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