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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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