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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. 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 be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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