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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources