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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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