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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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