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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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