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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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