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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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