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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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