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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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