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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in elearning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction 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 participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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