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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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