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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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