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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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