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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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