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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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