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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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