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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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