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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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