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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in digital education technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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