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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tunisia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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