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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in digital education technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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