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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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