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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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