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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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