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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in electronic education technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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