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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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