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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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