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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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