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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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