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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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