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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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