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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions have to deal with today because online 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 educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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