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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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