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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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