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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education