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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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