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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology enable people all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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