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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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