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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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