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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online 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 participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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