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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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