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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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