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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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