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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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