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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in elearning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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