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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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