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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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