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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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