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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction 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 participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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