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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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