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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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