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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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