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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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