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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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