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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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