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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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