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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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