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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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