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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Armenia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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