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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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