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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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