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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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