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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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