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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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