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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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