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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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