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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching 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 we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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