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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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