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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational endeavours. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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