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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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