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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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