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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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