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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online 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 institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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