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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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