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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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