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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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