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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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