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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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