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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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