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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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