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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses Pros And Cons