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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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