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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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