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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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