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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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