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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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