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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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