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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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