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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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