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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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