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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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