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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in elearning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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