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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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