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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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