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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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