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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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