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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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