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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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