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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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