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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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