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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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