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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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