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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology have empowered students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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