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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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