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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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