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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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