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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online education have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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