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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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