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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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