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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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