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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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