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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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