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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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