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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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