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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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