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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Professors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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