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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Austria to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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