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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning are enabling humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better comprehend these promising new open education experiments. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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