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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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