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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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