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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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