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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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