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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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