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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sri Lanka to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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