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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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