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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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