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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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