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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major 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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