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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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