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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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