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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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