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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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