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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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