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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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