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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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