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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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