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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching 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 stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open education experiments. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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