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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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