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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning are empowering learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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