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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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