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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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