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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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