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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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