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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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