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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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