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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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