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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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