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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning have empowered students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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