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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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