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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum 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 researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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