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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Macedonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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