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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these important new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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