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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online education are empowering people all over the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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