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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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