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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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