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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction 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 be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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