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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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