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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Micronesia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better grasp these open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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