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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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