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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part 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 usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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