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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the major 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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