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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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