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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of 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 students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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