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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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