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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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