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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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