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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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