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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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