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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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