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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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