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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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