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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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