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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational experiments. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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