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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? 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 classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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