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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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