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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also talks about the 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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