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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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