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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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