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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling 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 students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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