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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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