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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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