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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive 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 certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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