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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that online 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 training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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