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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? 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 online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these new open education undertakings. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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