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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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