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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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