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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively 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 organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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