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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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