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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively 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 we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources