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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? 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 and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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