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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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