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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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