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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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