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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in online education are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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