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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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