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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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