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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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