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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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