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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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