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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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