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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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