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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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