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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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