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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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