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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-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 be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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