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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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