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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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