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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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