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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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