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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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