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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education experiments. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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