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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in digital education technology enable humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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