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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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