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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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