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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education undertakings. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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