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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive these significant new open education experiments. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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