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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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