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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants 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 massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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