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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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