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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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