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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education