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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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