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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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