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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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