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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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