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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online education technology enable learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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