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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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