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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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