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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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