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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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