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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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