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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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