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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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