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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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