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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning 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 certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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