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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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