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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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