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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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