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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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