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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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