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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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