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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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