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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic educational technology enable learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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