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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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