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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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