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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better perceive these promising new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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