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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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