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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching 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 organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important 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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