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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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