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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education are making it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massive 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 organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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