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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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