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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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