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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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