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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also explores the major 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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