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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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