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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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