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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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