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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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