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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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