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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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