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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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