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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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