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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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