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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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