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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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