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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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