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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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