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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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