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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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