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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners 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. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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