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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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