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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance 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 we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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