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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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