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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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