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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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