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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in elearning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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