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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Benin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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