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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. 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 instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Professors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources