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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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