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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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