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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology enable people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to understand these new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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