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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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