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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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