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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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