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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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