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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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