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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guernsey to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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