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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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