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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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