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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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