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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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