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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in digital education technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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