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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? 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 assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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