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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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