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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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