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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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