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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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