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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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