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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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 procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. People want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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