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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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