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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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