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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education experiments. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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