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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Open Education Book