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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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