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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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