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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational experiments. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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