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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in online education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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