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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are free 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 many issues that elearning institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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