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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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