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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology are enabling people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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