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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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