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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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