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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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