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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling 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 students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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