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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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