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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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