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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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