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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning are empowering students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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