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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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