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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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