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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better perceive these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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