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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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