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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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