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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores 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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