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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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