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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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