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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources