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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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