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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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