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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Greece to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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