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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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