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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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