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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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