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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these interesting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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