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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in digital education technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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