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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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