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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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