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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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