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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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