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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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