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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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