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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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