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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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