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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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