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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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