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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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