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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in online education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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