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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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