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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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