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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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