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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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