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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education 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 we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Uzbekistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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