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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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