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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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