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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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