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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because 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 we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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