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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Students want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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