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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in digital education technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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