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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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