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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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