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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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