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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education make it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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