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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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