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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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