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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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