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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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