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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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