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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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