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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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