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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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