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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these significant new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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