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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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