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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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