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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor 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 electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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