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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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