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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in online learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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