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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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