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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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