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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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