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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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