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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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