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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources