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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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