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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gibraltar to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better grasp these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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