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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Chad to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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